Best Mdt Podcasts (2026)

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OMPT vs MDT Is the Wrong Debate! 45:36

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Dr. Moyo Tillery sits down with Dr. Ron Shank to explore the evolving relationship between Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (OMPT) and Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy (MDT). Drawing from decades of clinical practice, mentorship, and research, Ron reframes the debate — arguing that integration, not ideology, leads to better patient outcomes. Toget…

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Treating TMJ Like Any Other Joint: Rehab After Total TMJ Replacement 40:34

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Most physical therapists will treat TMJ pain. Almost none will ever encounter a full bilateral TMJ replacement—paired with mandibular advancement and upper palate expansion. When that rare case appeared, there was no rehab playbook… so this clinician built one. What listeners will learn: How TMJ replacement compares (and doesn’t) to hip and knee re…

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Does Residency & Fellowship Training Improve Outcomes? | Cody Mansfield 11:52

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Cody Mansfield joins the show to unpack the real value of residency and fellowship training — and to share insights from his new Cardon Research Award–funded study examining outcomes in non-operative knee pain. Cody serves as Director of the Ohio State OMPT Fellowship, research associate, physical therapist, associate editor for JOSPT Cases, and in…

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High Ankle Sprain 28:54

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Not all ankle sprains are created equal. In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater breaks down what makes a high ankle sprain so different—and so much more serious—than the common rolled ankle. From pain location and healing time to the exact ligaments involved, this episode covers everything you need to know if you or someone you know …

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The Follow-Through Formula: Making Your Resolution Last All Year 27:47

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In this episode of The Self Love Project, Megan breaks down why most New Year’s resolutions fail — and how to finally create goals that actually stick. You’ll learn why motivation alone isn’t enough, how to build systems that support you even on your worst days, and why self-compassion is the missing piece that keeps most people stuck in the quit-a…

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Can Games Make You a Better Manual Therapist? | Hollis Bixby 18:54

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Hollis Bixby sits down with us to explore how gamification is reshaping PT education — from DPT programs to hybrid residencies to post-professional training. Hollis has spent seven years as a sports physical therapist, is wrapping up her manual therapy fellowship through Regis University, and is beginning a new chapter as Assistant Professor at Cam…

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Bursitis: The Diagnosis Almost Everyone Gets Wrong 32:01

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater and co-host Chris Titus break down one of the most misdiagnosed conditions in modern medicine—bursitis. If you've ever been told you have bursitis in your shoulder, hip, knee, or elbow, there's a good chance that diagnosis is flat-out wrong. Dr. Slater explains why most doctors rush to this labe…

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Why Your Resolutions Fail (And What to Choose Instead) 16:03

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In this episode of The Self Love Project, Megan challenges the way we think about resolutions and invites you to do something radically different this year. Instead of starting January with punishment, pressure, and unrealistic expectations, you’ll explore three powerful alternatives: opting out of resolutions entirely, choosing a growth goal that …

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Manual Therapy in the Emergency Department with Rebekah Griffith 17:25

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Rebekah Griffith joins the podcast to talk about what it means to be a newly minted AAOMPT Fellow working in one of the most unlikely settings — the Emergency Department. She shares why OMPT-level manual therapy skills are not only relevant in the ED, but essential for rapid assessment, safe decision-making, and efficient patient care. Rebekah expl…

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Testicular and Penile Pain 35:25

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater tackles a sensitive but surprisingly common issue: testicular and penile pain caused by spinal dysfunction. Dr. Slater explains how the lower thoracic and upper lumbar spine (T11-L2) innervates the groin and how issues in this "transition zone" can mimic other medical conditions. In this episode…

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The Art of Hearing Feedback: Ego vs. Growth and How To Be Coachable 18:08

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In this episode of The Self Love Project, Megan dives into how to receive feedback without spiraling, shutting down, or making it mean something about your worth. This is a deeper extension of becoming untriggerable and unphasable—exploring what to do when feedback is actually yours, not projection. Megan breaks down why feedback hits so hard, how …

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Ken Olson on Safety, Advocacy, and Manipulation 12:37

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Ken Olson joins the podcast to discuss his work on the IFOMPT/IOPTP taskforce on pediatric spinal manipulation and the ongoing clinical reasoning debate around specific vs. general manipulation. Ken is a private practice clinician, educator, past-president of IFOMPT and AAOMPT, author of Manual Physical Therapy of the Spine, and recipient of the 20…

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Arthritis: When It Matters and When It Doesn't 36:38

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In this week's episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater breaks down one of the most misunderstood diagnoses in medicine: arthritis. He and his co-host unpack what arthritis really is, why imaging results often don't match symptoms, and how to tell if your pain actually comes from your joints—or from your spine. You'll hear real patient example…

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How to Be Untriggerable - Part 2: From Managing Triggers to Eliminating Them 23:23

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In this episode of The Self Love Project Podcast, Megan takes you beyond trigger management and into true emotional freedom. You’ll explore the deeper stories underneath your reactions, learn how to spot repeating patterns, and start rewriting the beliefs that have been running the show for years. Megan shares practical tools to become a “detective…

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How to Communicate with Confidence in the Clinic: Jason Silvernail 25:56

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Jason Silvernail joins the show to break down the essential communication and leadership skills clinicians need to thrive—and to protect themselves from burnout, conflict, and misalignment. We explore the principles behind assertive communication, how to establish a confident presence, and what it means to communicate clearly without crossing into …

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What a Spinal Shift Really Means — and How to Fix It 31:28

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater and his wife, pelvic floor and orthopedic physical therapist Danielle Slater, share a deeply personal story about a painful and terrifying condition — the spinal shift. After slipping down the stairs while holding their six-month-old daughter, Danielle was left unable to stand upright, trapped i…

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How to Be Untriggerable - Part 1: The Art of Not Taking Things Personal 22:09

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In this episode of The Self Love Project, we explore one of the most life-changing emotional skills you can develop — the art of not taking things personally. Megan breaks down why we get triggered, why certain comments hit deeper than others, and how our past wounds, insecurities, and meaning-making brain turn small moments into big emotional reac…

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Ep 50: A spotlight on inclusion body myositis 31:11

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Dr Hirushi Jayasekera speaks with Dr Latika Gupta, UK based rheumatologist and Professor Teerin Liewluck, US based professor of neurology at Mayo Clinic about inclusion body myositis. Their conversation covers key clinical features of IBM, the differential diagnosis and the role of the muscle biopsy in making a diagnosis. Thanks for listening to Ta…

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Kids Aren’t Little Adults: Rethinking Pediatric Manual Therapy with Ginny Henderson 28:22

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Pediatric manual therapy has been built on adult techniques — and that’s a problem. Educator, clinician, and researcher Ginny Henderson joins us to expose the missing guidelines, the hidden dangers, and the new evidence-based techniques designed specifically for growing bodies. We cover: • Why kids’ bones are more vulnerable — and how to mobilize s…

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High Benefit, Low Risk: What Research Really Says About Manual Therapy 20:21

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Dr. Gail Deyle joins the show to discuss clinical reasoning, diagnostic skill, and the evidence supporting OMPT. A true clinician-scientist, Dr. Deyle has spent decades conducting clinical trials, mentoring fellowship-trained clinicians, and advocating for direct access and advanced evaluation skills in physical therapy. In this episode we explore:…

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Compression Fractures, Recovery, and the Truth About Healing 30:47

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In this powerful episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater sits down with his wife, Danielle Slater — not as a fellow physical therapist, but as a patient. Danielle recounts the traumatic accident that left her with multiple spinal compression fractures after a 50-foot cliff jump in the Grand Canyon, and the devastating prognosis that followed:…

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How to Use Your Energy and Attract What You Actually Want 24:00

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In this final episode of our month-long deep dive into energy, we’re taking everything you’ve learned about protecting, building, and managing your capacity — and leveling it all the way up. We’re going beyond capacity and stepping into creation — the part where energy becomes your greatest tool for shaping your life. Megan dives into how your thou…

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The Trait Every Great PT Shares — with Dr. Gail Deyle 15:50

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In this episode, Jimmy sits down with the legendary Dr. Gail Deyle — clinician-scientist, mentor, and one of the most cited researchers in orthopaedic manual physical therapy. Dr. Deyle breaks down: The defining trait of clinicians who excel after fellowship What separates great mentors from good ones Real-world stories of PTs catching critical med…

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Fixing 10 Years of Chronic Back Pain 53:04

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater sits down with Luke, a patient who struggled with chronic back pain and recurring injuries for over a decade. Luke shares his frustrating journey through the traditional medical system, where standard physical therapy focused on "core neutral" exercises like bird dogs, planks, and monster walks …

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Transforming Sick-Care, One Patient at a Time 17:13

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Dr. Tim Flynn joins the show for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to transform a broken healthcare system. A clinician, educator, and innovator, Tim has spent decades teaching around the world, challenging outdated models, and reminding clinicians that change starts with one encounter at a time. In this episode, we explore: • Why …

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Shift Your Energy Quickly: Your Fastest Tools for a Better Day 25:46

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In this episode of The Self Love Project Podcast, we’re talking about building your energy back up — intentionally, consistently, and in ways that actually work for you. After spending the last three episodes exploring protection, boundaries, and capacity, Megan shifts the conversation toward offense: how to grow your energy instead of constantly t…

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Ep 49: Exercise and musculoskeletal medicine in rheumatology 38:14

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In this podcast join Dr Daniel Fernando as your host, in discussion with Dr Raj Amarnani (Consultant in Sports and Exercise Medicine) as they consider the role of the field of Sports and Exercise medicine in the setting of the rheumatology clinic. Learn about the role of exercise in inflammatory arthritis and appropriate referrals for specialist in…

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Our Son's Crohn's Was Out of Control — Until We Tried This 37:23

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In this powerful and emotional episode, Dr. Caleb Slater sits down with the parents of a young boy who battled severe Crohn's disease for years—facing hospital stays, failed medications, and a life turned upside down. They share their son's remarkable journey from constant pain and malnutrition to thriving health after discovering a spine-based app…

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The Shift to Make When You’re Overwhelmed and Unproductive With Your Time 19:48

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In this episode of The Self Love Project Podcast, we’re shifting the way you think about productivity, motivation, and how you move through your life by rethinking a belief most of us have been sold for years: that time is our most valuable resource. Megan breaks down the cultural obsession with being “busy,” why most of us actually do have the tim…

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Bob's Story of Treating Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms Through the Spine 54:54

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In this powerful episode of The Spinal Truth, Bob shares how he overcame ulcerative colitis, chronic pain, and even cancer — not through more medication, but by treating his spine. After years on Humira that led to side effects, Bob turned to spinal-based therapy and became completely symptom-free within weeks. He and Dr. Slater discuss how spinal …

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Boundaries: How to Set, Communicate, and Hold Them to Protect Your Peace and Energy 27:02

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In this episode of The Self Love Project Podcast, we’re diving into one of the most essential (and most uncomfortable) parts of protecting your peace: boundaries. You know that feeling when you’re trying to take better care of yourself — eat differently, rest more, get focused, protect your energy — but everyone around you seems to be operating wit…

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Ep 48: Approaching eye involvement in rheumatic diseases 28:41

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In this podcast, join Dr Stephanie Gall (Rheumatology Registrar) with her guest Dr Nima Ghadiri, a consultant Medical Ophthalmologist at the National Behçet's Centre of Excellence (Liverpool). In this episode, common eye presentations to rheumatology clinics are covered, including discussions regarding ophthalmic manifestations of rheumatic disease…

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The Connection Between Your Spine and Gut Health 36:42

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater breaks down the surprising link between spinal issues and chronic GI conditions like Crohn's and ulcerative colitis. He explains why many digestive problems may actually stem from nerve dysfunction in the mid to lower spine—and how addressing that root cause can bring real, lasting relief. You'l…

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Protecting Your Energy: Why You Feel Exhausted (Even When You’re Doing Everything “Right”) 19:47

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In this episode of The Self Love Project Podcast, we’re talking about one of the most important — and most overlooked — parts of self-love: protecting your energy. You know those days when you wake up feeling good, but one errand, one person, or one noise too many sends your mood spiraling? Yeah, we’re going there. Megan shares how she started noti…

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The Scariest Symptoms in Spine Care 42:29

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It's a spine-tingling Halloween special on The Spinal Truth Show! 👻 Dr. Caleb Slater and the team dig into the symptoms and treatments that sound terrifying — like "nerve ablation," "spinal fusion," and "degenerative disc disease" — and reveal why they're not as horrifying as they seem. Learn which symptoms are true red flags and which ones just so…

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Why You Worry So Much (and How to Stop Letting It Run the Show) 20:00

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This week, we’re talking about worrying — the kind that keeps you up at night, spirals into “what if” scenarios that will probably never happen, and convinces you that preparing for every disaster is somehow productive. Spoiler: it’s not. In this episode, we unpack why our brains love to create worst-case stories and how that constant mental rehear…

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Decoding Medical Jargon: The Truth Behind Imaging Terms 44:02

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater cut through the confusing medical terminology patients often hear after getting imaging results. From "herniated disc" and "stenosis" to "military neck," "degenerative disc disease," and even "tech neck," they explain what these labels actually mean—and why they often sound scarier than they are…

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Identity Shifts: How to Outgrow Old Versions of Yourself Without Guilt 27:39

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In this episode of The Self Love Project, Megan dives into one of the most tender and transformative parts of personal growth: identity shifts — those seasons of life where who you’ve always been no longer fits who you’re becoming. Through a deeply personal story of outgrowing her “party girl” phase, Megan explores the discomfort, guilt, and grief …

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Carpal Tunnel or Neck Problem? The Truth About Wrist Pain 34:41

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater and Chris break down the myths and realities of carpal tunnel syndrome. While most people are told their wrist pain comes from typing or overuse, Dr. Slater explains why true carpal tunnel is actually rare and why symptoms like tingling, burning, or numbness in the hands are often misdiagnosed n…

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Breaking the Cycle of Complacency: How to Fall Back in Love with Your Life 18:17

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This week on The Self Love Project Podcast, Megan gets real about being thankful on Thanksgiving — the kind that goes beyond pumpkin pie, polite dinner table traditions, and perfectly curated “thankful” posts. She explores why it can feel so hard to genuinely feel thankful, even when we know we have a lot to be grateful for, and how easy it is to s…

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Why Your Foot Pain Might Not Be Plantar Fasciitis 36:38

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater take a deep dive into plantar fasciitis, the frustrating foot pain often described as feeling like "walking on glass." They break down what plantar fasciitis really is, why traditional treatments like boots, inserts, and stretching often fall short, and how many cases are actually misdiagnosed n…

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Practice Doesn’t Make Perfect: Motor Learning, Psychosocial Foundations & Teaching That Sticks — with Dr. Myra Meekins 38:36

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Today on Hands On, Hands Off, host Moyo Tillery sits down with Dr. Myra Meekins—PT, educator, and curriculum designer—to rethink how we teach and learn OMPT. From “practice makes perfect” to practice with purpose, Myra connects classic motor-learning models to the OPTIMAL theory (expectancies, autonomy, external focus), and shows why you must addre…

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Unlocking the Secrets to Happiness: How to Feel Joy Now 19:59

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Are you stuck in the “I’ll be happy when…” cycle? In this episode of The Self Love Project Podcast, Megan gets real about why happiness can feel so elusive even when life isn’t “that bad.” She shares her own experience of chasing milestones only to feel like she’s on a treadmill—always reaching, never arriving—and the powerful shifts that helped he…

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BONUS CASE: Fever and high ferritin 44:37

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Pip Watson ( BSR Education committee chair) chats with Dr Jessica Manson, Dr Michael Wood and Stella Kotsiopoulou. These experts from rheumatology, haeamatology and infectious disease discuss their approach to the management of the unwell patient presenting with fever and a high ferritin. Other resources: Spotlight on HLH - https://www.rheumatology…

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Defining the Motional Digital Twin: Unlocking Spatial Intelligence 16:53

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What happens when you digitize movement itself? In this inaugural episode, we introduce the Motional Digital Twin (MDT), the definitive third generation in the evolution of Digital Twin technology. We explain why traditional Digital Twins, which focus on monitoring static assets, fail to address the critical operational "blind spot": the lack of vi…

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From Skeptic to Believer: How Spine Therapy Transformed My Crohn's Symptoms 38:17

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In this special episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater sits down with Joe and his wife Shana from Ohio to share their powerful journey with Crohn's disease. Joe opens up about decades of battling painful symptoms, multiple surgeries, and reliance on heavy medication, only to discover a new path to healing through addressing his spine. They d…

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Context as a Mechanism in Spinal Manipulation 21:33

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What if context—patient beliefs, provider expectations, and the therapeutic relationship—drives a meaningful share of spinal manipulation outcomes? In this HANDS ON HANDS OFF episode, we break down a single-arm intervention study funded by the Paris Family Foundation via the Foundation for OMPT, why the current mechanisms model zeroes in on the “co…

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Morning Routines Reframed: Three Non-Negotiables for a Feel-Great Day 16:38

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In this episode of The Self Love Project, we’re busting the myth that a “perfect” morning routine is the secret to success and instead reframing mornings as a tool for self-love. Megan shares her own experiences with trying every popular routine under the sun — from miracle mornings to endless checklists — and the shame spiral that happens when you…

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Stop Stretching Your Hamstrings 40:54

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In this episode of The Spinal Truth Show, Dr. Caleb Slater dives deep into one of the most common yet misunderstood issues: hamstring pain. You've probably been told to "just keep stretching," but Dr. Slater explains why that advice often fails—and how your hamstring problems might actually be linked to your spine and nerve tension, not just tight …

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Gender Matters in OMPT: Dr. Shaver on Bias, Equity, and Better Outcomes 46:34

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In this episode of HANDS ON HANDS OFF, host Dr. Moyo Tillery sits down with Dr. Sarah Shaver, a clinician, educator, and researcher focused on gender considerations in orthopaedic manual physical therapy. Together they explore why common assumptions about female athletes and chronic pain patients can perpetuate inequities—and what OMPT practitioner…